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Museum lovers can enjoy one of the coolest museum experiences in the country with the re-launch of New York favorite A Night at the Museum: The Overnight Experience at The American Museum of Natural History.
According to TimeOut, the experience originally launched in 2006 following the hit movie “Night at the Museum,” but was paused during the pandemic. It is now finally coming back for kids aged 6-12 and their caregivers to enjoy.
“Whether it’s the thrill of encountering Tyrannosaurus rex by flashlight or the awe of sleeping beneath the massive blue whale, the experience is sure to create memories that families will treasure forever,” said Sean Decatur, the Museum’s president.
Tickets go on sale for Members at 10:30 a.m. on September 30, while general tickets are available October 7.
Kids and their caregivers can enjoy tours by flashlight of the museum, including group games, scavenger hunts and more. Kids can enjoy self-guided explorations of the first and second floor galleries, enjoy bedtime snacks and a light breakfast, karaoke, live presentations and even a bedtime story. Every kid who participates will receive a commemorative keepsake and a voucher for daytime admission.
The museum is hosting several Nights at the Museum beginning October 24 and running once a month through June 5, 2026.
This article originally appeared in TravelPulse, with additional content from the amnh.org website.
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Discover the Museum after dark before drifting off to sleep underneath the Blue Whale or surrounded by other beloved Museum exhibits.
From flashlight tours of our iconic halls to hands-on activities, scavenger hunts, group games, and more, this unique and unforgettable program is designed to spark wonder. Offered monthly for kids 6–12 and their caregivers, A Night at the Museum: The Overnight Experience promises new surprises with a return to the magic of the original Museum sleepovers, which began in 2006.
Whether you’re a first-time explorer or returning for another round, this ultimate after-hours experience is a whole new way to explore your favorite exhibits, including in the Museum’s new Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education and Innovation.